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Twizel - Totara Cottage - Free Wifi

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Queen bed in the cottage
Bed and seating area with TV
Kitchen and seating area
Dining table and kitchen with cooktop, fridge and microwave
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Twizel, Canterbury
  • Mueller Ridge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Twizel Town Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Glentanner (GTN)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Twizel - Totara Cottage - Free Wifi

Totara Cottage features a queen bed, cozy chairs, TV, Wifi, and a charming deck perfect for enjoying warm summer evenings. The well-equipped kitchen includes a hob, microwave, and under-bench fridge. The newly renovated bathroom features a shower, toilet, vanity, and heated towel rail. Situated behind a residential home where the owners live, the cottage provides private parking and is just a short walk from cafes and restaurants in town.

Property manager

Destination Twizel

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Twizel

Twizel is home to this cottage. Ohau Skifield and Ladybird Hill Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Pukaki and Mueller Ridge.
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Twizel, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Lake Ohau - 39 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bumbles Bacon Butties - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Musterer's Hut Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Twizel - Totara Cottage - Free Wifi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Twizel - Totara Cottage - Free Wifi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twizel - Totara Cottage - Free Wifi?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Twizel - Totara Cottage - Free Wifi located?

Situated in Twizel, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre. Lake Ruataniwha and Lake Pukaki are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

russell d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to access Mount Cook National Park
The place was clean, quiet and comfortable. Great hosts who provided guidance on things to do in Mount Cook National Park and future backpacking options. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot in Twizel
We greatly enjoyed our stay at Totara Cottage. Very clean and quiet cottage just a short walk into the center of town. It's small, as the photos show, but it's just what my wife and I were looking for. We'd stay again next time we're in Twizel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and cute
Perfect place for a couple , peaceful yet handy to central twizel, very clean and tidy. Excellent hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twizel stay
We had a great stay in Twizel, made all the better by the lovely and very informative owners Sandy and Dean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Accommodation!
We stayed at the Totara Cottage for two nights. It was a perfect accommodation for the two us. The cottage was well appointed, clean and very comfortable.Philippa was a welcoming host and provided very helpful suggestions for hiking activities during our short stay. We will definitely look for the Totara Cottage during our next visit to Twizel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twizel cabin
Lovely little cabin in twizel. Clean meat has all you need. It’s a little out of town about a 15 minute walk
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Mount Cook.
Totara Cottage is small but beautifully formed casita style accommodation. Located in a quiet residential area at the rear of the owner's home.Mount Cook Village is about an hour away. At the recommendation of Sandy, our host, we left at 6.30 a.m. and arrived before almost everyone else. Our drive was accompanied by the most amazing sunrise. We walked the Hooker Lake trail which is exceptional.We are happy to recommend Totara Cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Cottage
The cottage was easy to find and parking was right beside it. Entry instructions were easy to follow. The area was very quiet. Inside, the cottage was beautifully set out and very well equipped. The bed was comfortable and the pillows were nice. We wanted for nothing. The owners were delightful when we talked to them and very helpful with a couple of questions. We highly recommend Totara Cottage as a great base for exploring Mt Cook and the wider area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, good kitchen, very much enjoyed our stay!
Kim the dog was a delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Cute and very tidy we place very handy for local activities and Rowing 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felipe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and clean place to stay!
The property was a perfect place to stay during our visits to Mount Cook and the nearby lakes. The cottage was clean and cozy and had all the necessary amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheelah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five star in Twizel
Enjoyed the area and the comfort of the cottage. The standard of cleanliness was exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wee place for a short stay
Perfect property for the weekend we loved it and highly recommended anyone that needs comfortable clean accommodation in a great location. Thankyou 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing
Was great i was in and out fishing all day and night .the place was nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twizel cottage
Cottage was great. Very clean and spacious. Great location. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean & Cute
We had a nice stay at this small and efficiently decorated VRBO. The hosts were good communicators.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Cozy clean cottage
Wished we could have met owners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nickie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Needed somewhere peaceful to relax and just chill out - perfect getaway for me!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful getawsy
close to town, quiet, excellent facilities. warm and welcoming. reccomended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twizel visit
Owner very friendly & helpful. Room spotless. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totara Cottage
Comfortable, private, pleasant garden settingWell-appointed throughoutHowever, the cottage appeared to have been unoccupied for some time - smelly rubbish of a previous occupant had not been removed. - the water in kitchen taps was not nice suggesting the taps had not been run for some time, stagnating in high summer temperatures- the chocolate treats tasted old/stale - the black pepper from the difficult-to-use mill was - stale,- the toaster function was poor and the browning knob functioning unsatisfactoryOn arrival the owner said they would be there if I needed anything, then away on the third day.The owners did not communicate again and were away the next day. After 3 days I handed the owner the rubbish that had not been removed and received an apology
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twizel-Mt.Cook
Well appointed and comfortable. The information provided about their own experiences was very helpful. Would have liked more time to read info and experience. Their love of the area comes through with their own family outings. Would definitely stay there again. If we are lucky enough to do so!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murray S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful garden setting
Everything was set up very well in this cottage. It had attractive decor and was very clean. Kitchen area well equipped with bench and hot plates to cook, also a microwave. There was also a good size table and 2 chairs. Sitting area was cosy with coffee table and comfortable chairs and TV. Very comfortable bed in the same living room. Bathroom is small but modern and had a good shower. Nice to be able to sit outside too. A very handy location in Twizel for our two trips to Mt Cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joachim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feines, sehr sauberes und nett eingerichtetes Cottage
Wir waren sehr zufrieden. Besonderer Dank an Philippa für die freundliche Nachsendung :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short stay
cosy and warm - once the heating kicked into full gear, perfect for a short stay and use as a base for the local area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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